If you haven't tried the lemon cake YOU MUST! It was super moist, very lemony and beautiful. We…read morehad 12 guests who were blown away by the flavor. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. You won't be disappointed by anything at the "lovin' oven"

We were heading to visit family in the area for dinner and were asked to bring dessert. While…read moredriving through Stayton, my wife remembered The Lovin Oven from years ago. We also recalled that there was some connection to Gerry Frank's Konditorei in Salem, which immediately caught our interest. After doing a little research, we discovered there's a deep and fascinating history linking the two businesses. The Lovin Oven began in 1983, when founder Doreen Helmemn operated the bakery out of her home. In 1993, the business expanded into a small storefront in downtown Stayton after being purchased by Mike and Valerie Schultz. Mike, who was formerly a logger, was personally taught cake decorating by the original founder, an origin story that adds to the bakery's charm and authenticity. One of the most interesting details we learned is that The Lovin Oven is the primary baker for Gerry Frank's Konditorei in Salem, a partnership that dates back to the 1980s. That relationship grew even stronger in 2017, when the Schultzes became co-owners of the Konditorei. Many people enjoying desserts at high-end restaurants throughout the region may not realize that their cakes were baked in Stayton. The Lovin Oven is especially well known for its Champagne Raspberry cake, Marionberry cheesecake, and an impressive variety of gourmet bars and cookies. Their menu also includes cakes, cheesecakes, cinnamon rolls, brownies, cupcakes, and more, something for just about every dessert preference. The bakery itself is housed in an industrial-style building that includes the production bakery, a storefront, and a small seating area where you can enjoy your treats on site. The outside is a unique with a black painted brick exterior. The customer facing area of the inside is industrial. We picked up a selection of cupcakes to take to dinner and were quickly back on the road. The cupcakes were a hit, everyone loved them, and they disappeared fast. It felt great to share something local with such a rich backstory. Overall, this was a fantastic experience, and we're glad we stopped. If you find yourself passing through Stayton or looking for high-quality desserts in the Willamette Valley, The Lovin Oven is absolutely worth checking out.

We've ordered from Pilos Mexican Bakery over 5 times now, and they never disappoint! The Mexican…read morecrispy cake is absolutely amazing every single time... fresh, delicious, and consistently perfect. On top of the great food, the customer service is outstanding. Everyone is always so friendly, kind, and welcoming. It really makes the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for incredible baked goods and great people

Such kind people, great service! Delicious pastries and amazing variety of options to choose from!read more

Such a cute place. Everyone was nice. Seating inside and outside to enjoy your goodies. It was a…read morebeautiful day so we sat outside for a little bit. Everything was in bloom and it was very peaceful. All the food looked good. Will be back to try some other things.

I love this place and go there often. They have a great selection of freshly baked treats and…read morebreads. I was going to say I only wish they were open more often but then I'd probably go more and gain a few more unwanted pounds lol the service is always top notch and prices are reasonable.

Great local donut shop that has been voted best of the valley for multiple years (and for good…read morereason!). Small shop with a lot out in front, and you are greeted with a wall of sugar when you walk in. Service is always friendly and helpful. They have a standard rotation of donuts but sometime there are some special ones. The donuts are this soft pillowy texture on the inside and just the smallest amount of bite on the outside. The icing can be a little overly sweet (if you're sensitive to that sort of thing) depending on the flavor but I've found that the passion fruit is always a solid choice. I also enjoy their maple bacon and marionberry. I'll have to try their filled donuts next. They also have savory croissants, get the jalapeno ham and swiss if they are available! Overall, definitely my favorite sweet treat location in Corvallis.

Excellent donuts and pastries. Super friendly service. The space is small but clean. Parking is…read moredecent. Prices seem a little high, but totally in line with local competitors and I would actually say quantity and quality for the price exceed most competitors in Corvallis.

This place is always so clean! The staff are friendly and helpful. The prices are a bit high but…read morewhat isn't anymore?! They have very rich and delicious ice cream flavors. Lots of toppings and sauces and multiple cone options as well.

I went about 2 months ago, that time the customer in front of me used the last of hot fudge and was…read morenot told until I was given ice cream not toppings. I was thinking this was a one off, I went back, asked what size of sundae I wanted, pointed to the middle bowl and was asked if I wanted medium or large within the middle bowl. Okay we finally get to the hot fudge part and she scoops out the fudge with a hard wad of hot fudge. Telling me that's what happens when it's the last of the fudge. I have had too many hot fudge sundaes and never been anywhere that has "ran out" or had a hard wad of harded fudge. Okay the women working were nice polite, when it came time to pay something happened to the register and panic set in, on how much change I should receive. I called and left a message to call me but never received one.

Very kind staff, handmade seasonal greeting cards, great chocolate, and a nice vintage atmosphere!…read moreCash or Check only, FYI.

Excellent selection and very reasonable prices given the high quality of his chocolates. Every…read morething is made in house and he had everything love. I felt like a kid in a . . . well, you know. It sounds cliche, but this is truly a hidden gem in the Willamette Valley. And Kelly, the owner, is a very welcoming. I'm going back tomorrow for some more samples.

Every Friday at 7 a.m., six of us take over a table at Taylor Made Cafe and Bakery, and it's the…read moreone place where we can actually hear each other talk. The room stays calm that early, and the staff handles our group without fuss: coffee never runs low, and nobody hovers. This morning I had the omelette with bacon, ham, and sausage, packed with meat and cooked just right, with thick sourdough toast on the side. A friend's pancake took up the whole plate, and the syrup kept pace. The prices are easy on the wallet, too. Save room for the baked goods: the cinnamon roll I had on an earlier visit was huge and gooey. Taylor greets us like regulars every week. I highly recommend Taylor made, especially for a group.

We were the 3rd seated Table....Not Busy. Coffee...this is…read morea Major thing with Cafes. Your coffee should be Good. It was hot, but tasted kind of like "dishwater". Weak, watered down. Used to be better. They serve it in these Huge very Wide mouthed -like "bowls...cools quickly. Service... young girls, and a little boy about 7 yrs old. I requested Hot sauce, ranch 'side for dipping, and ketchup. Neither was brought, so repeated request...and no napkins or utensils on table, so I went and stole from another table, as there was no one to ask. Food ... Ordered a Bacon, Turkey, cheese, Avocado,tomatoes Panini. The bread was stale, COLD (aren't paninis slightly warm, with melty cheese and goodness??"). Like NO Panini I have ever had...all cold.. the stale bread went in a Panini toaster?? I don't know? BACON... it was tiny BITS like those that come out of a JAR that you shake onto a salad. ZERO FLAVOR and AND A HARD TEXTURE, jar bacon, All the same size . Boy are they ever Scrimping---even Mcdonalds and A&W have REAL BACON SLICES. AVOCADO... It was this Almost invisible SMEAR of green. Does it come in a can?? I don't know...I have never had Avocado that looked like this. IT WOULD NOT OF FILLED A TEASPOON, WHATEVER IT WAS. Scrimping again. Turkey-- just your average paper thin slice turkey you get out of a $5 package at Walmart...No not the whole package... about 3 slices. My husband had similar complaints... stale bread, FAUX avocado SMEAR....and he had no meat ( vegetarian). AND ALL THAT WONDERFULNESS for $$ $13.00 SOOOO, all hands down..Taylor Made..DISAPPOINTING, to say the least! I know you have to turn a profit, but this is NOT the way to do it! I wont be back. There is a Nice little Coffee Shop, etc place on our main street, that puts out some effort, flavor, etc that will get my business. Oh...their baked goods are Tasty---at $5-$6 Each (?)

At first the options are a little overwhelming, but the donuts are top notch. I have mapped out…read moremany of the donuts along the i-5 corridor in Oregon and on my recent trip was able to stop in and sample the wares. I was pleasantly surprised to find that you can customize or order from the house recipes. I ordered two house recipes for my first try: Powdered Sugar and Cold Brew. Here's the kicker: The donuts were warm, and warm enough to melt the powdered sugar! Bonus: The donuts are so good that even the next day when I had the Cold Brew it was still excellent! Note these are cake only (as far as I could tell), but there are gluten free and vegan options. The website pictures don't really do the selections justice. I have shared with all my donut loving friends! Get in there and get your donuts!

I walked in, kind of overwhelmed by all the options and instructions and was immediately asked how…read moremany donuts I'd want. I said 1 or 2? Then this person vanished and someone else came out who had a calmer energy. I ordered 2 gluten free donuts- an apple cider and a maple sea salt. I was glad I got 2 because they were pretty small. As I was eating them, another customer came in and this guy was warned that the gf donuts were coming out smaller and thinner than usual. Ah, so the donuts I got were not up to their usual standards. Well, they were still warm and soft and very tasty.